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The newest Deaconess Illinois Crossroads Auxiliary officers for the 2025-2026 year were installed earlier this month.... Read more

Tax guides offer education information on potential tax credits and deduction accessible to employers regarding their workforce.... Read more

Marion Chamber Hosts 3rd Annual "State of the City" Luncheon: Celebrating Growth, Community, and Future Plans... Read more

City of Marion invited members of the community, business leaders, elected officials and program partners to a special ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of the renovations of Tower Square Plaza in Downtown Marion, Illinois.... Read more

Marion Police Department is asking for Marion businesses to fill out this contact form in case of emergencies.... Read more

Illinois Department of Commerce is exploring the development of a Business Licensing & Permitting Portal designed to streamline the process for starting or moving a business in Illinois.... Read more

On 1211/2024, Marion Knights of Columbus will offer area residents an opportunity to do something that will bring awareness to community members about cardiovascular disease.... Read more

Heartland Realty & Rentals is proud to announce a multi-millon dollar deal for the acquisition of 22 newly built apartments located near downtown area of Marion.... Read more

The Importance of Submitting Your BOI Report: A Call to Action for Chamber Members
In light of the Corporate Transparency Act, small and mid-sized businesses are now required to submit Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reports to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). This new federal mandate is designed to curb illicit activities by increasing transparency around business ownership. Chamber members should take note of the filing requirements, as the deadline for many businesses is fast approaching.... Read more

Hospice of Southern Illinois welcomes new community members who were elected to serve a three year tern on its Board of Directors.... Read more

In today’s hiring landscape, there's a new term making waves – "ghosting." We’re not talking about haunted houses or spooky stories; ghosting here refers to the sudden disappearance of employees, often without warning. This can take the form of no-call, no-shows, or employees working a day or two, then vanishing without a trace. At Priority Staffing Group, we know firsthand how ghosting affects businesses in Southern Illinois, and we’re here to discuss why it happens, how it impacts your team, and ways to address it.... Read more

The Illinois Secretary of State’s office is now accepting applications for the 2024 John Lewis Youth Leadership Award (JLYLA)! The award honors the impact of the extraordinary accomplishments of Congressman John Lewis. The Illinois Secretary of State and NASS are seeking young Illinoisans ages 18-25 who have demonstrated outstanding leadership skills and a strong commitment to civic engagement.... Read more

The Marion Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony today to celebrate the official opening of Bits & Pieces Arts and Antiques, which opened its doors on September 24th. Located in the heart of downtown Marion, the store is poised to become a vibrant hub for local artists and vintage enthusiasts.... Read more

On October 8, 2024, the Marion Chamber of Commerce held its monthly luncheon at Deaconess Illinois, bringing together community members and local business leaders for a productive afternoon of networking, insightful discussions, and important announcements.... Read more

Governor JB Pritzker recently announced a new Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) through the Illinois Grocery Initiative. Round 2 of New Stores in Food Deserts Program will offer competitive grants to improve access to fresh food within food deserts by providing funding to establish grocery stores.... Read more

Specialized Equine Services/VETS: Empowering Lives Through the Healing Power of Horses Announcing Winners of Hog Raffle & Upcoming Halloween Sock Hop Fundraiser... Read more

Collective Soul will perform in the Event Center on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025 at 8 PM. A presale will occur on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024 at 10 AM with tickets available for purchase on Friday, Oct. 4, 2024 at 10 AM. Tickets will be available online at walkersbluffcasinoresort.com or at Café at 22 & VINE for $55, $60, $65, and $70 plus applicable online/phone ticketing fee (this fee is waived when tickets are purchased at Café at 22 & Vine inside Walker’s Bluff Casino Resort).... Read more

We are excited to share the Southern Illinois 2024 Business Plan Competition, powered by Regions Bank, with you! This is a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs in our region to bring their business ideas to life and compete for a share of over $20,000 in cash and in-kind services.... Read more

Specialized Equine Services (SES), through its VETS (Veteran Equine Therapeutic Services) program, continues its mission to improve the quality of life for veterans and individuals with special needs, harnessing the healing power of horses. We are excited to announce the winners of our recent Hog Raffle: Brad Maloney and Robert Keith, each of whom won half a hog!... Read more

We are excited to announce that Blackberry Smoke will perform in the Event Center on Thursday, November 21, 2024.... Read more